If you are thinking of going to learn more about the geology of Spain, the Montes de Toledo they are a very good option for it. It is one of the best known mountain ranges in the Iberian Peninsula. The mountains of Toledo have had their origin linked to the evolution of the ancient Iberian Hercinian massif. Throughout its extension we will find a set of mountains that stop the Tagus basin and the Guadiana basin and which can reach a length of up to 200 km long and 100 km wide.
In this article we are going to tell you more about the geology of the mountains of Toledo and what you can see if you decide to spend a good weekend in this place.
Montes de Toledo as a tourist attraction
The mountains of Toledo are formed by the mountains that are in the provinces of Toledo and Ciudad Real. These are the mountain ranges that make up these mountains: Sierra Altamira, Sierra Guadalupe (it has the highest peak in the entire mountain range, Villuerca, with 1.603 meters high), Sierra Montañez, Sierra San Pedro and Sierra San Mamede.
As you can see, there is a lot to see in this area, so it is worth going to see it. Rural tourism in this place is quite active and promotes the cultural and gastronomic movement. If you visit the mountains of Toledo, surely you will want to repeat. We are going to see what you can see if you are going to spend a weekend so that you make the most of the time and can take advantage of it.
In this set of mountains we find enough well-set taverns and restaurants to spend a good time enjoying the gastronomy of the place. The quality of the mountain cuisine will leave you wanting to try more dishes. This area is considered one of the main extraction areas for mining, wine, oil and honey. In addition, it is famous for its crafts made of clay, iron, wood, leather and even textiles.
These virtues will mean that you cannot leave without trying some delicious delicacy or without taking some beautiful handmade souvenir from your trip. Although all this charm increases the tourist attraction, what really matters is the natural space for its good state of conservation. This is the true fact of attracting tourists from all over the peninsula. There is a great diversity of fauna in the forests and roads that exist in the mountains of Toledo.
Nature in its purest form
Among the mountain ranges we can see species of fauna such as the black stork and the black vulture. These species can only be found in this area of Spain, for what one could say that they are endemic. In addition, it is a large space where all the environmental requirements are met to become a perfect habitat for some of the species that are in danger of extinction such as the Iberian lynx and the imperial eagle to live.
All the variety of fauna is completed with more common species such as waterfowl, otters, salamanders, or damselflies. The vegetation of the entire area of the mountains also stands out. We can find the typical Mediterranean forest composed mainly of holm oaks, pines, cork oaks, thyme, rosemary and willows.
The natural spaces that we find in the mountains of Toledo are a must. If you do not stop by the natural environment, you will miss the best of all this place, since nature will offer you the best landscapes and experiences without a doubt. Gastronomy and culture, although it is very special, we can find it in more places with similar characteristics. We are going to describe the places that are most worth visiting.
Cabañeros natural park
It is considered the best Mediterranean forest in all of Europe. It is not just a conventional natural park, it is something unique. It is the only place in all of Europe with the Mediterranean forest intact undisturbed. Thanks to this good state of conservation we we can find fauna in danger of extinction and even with ruins dating from the Modern Age.
It is located to the Northwest of Ciudad Real and to the Southeast of Toledo. It was declared as National Park in 1995. It is an area of Special Protection for Birds and is also considered a Site of Community Importance. As you can see, the value of the mountains of Toledo is very high, so it cannot be offered by another natural environment.
Its ecosystems have a high ecological value and within all the vegetation we can also find Atlantic vegetation. This vegetation is summarized in Ribera Forests, Herbazales, Peatlands, Willows, cork oak, thyme among others.
Montalbán Castle
This castle is located in the south of the province of Toledo. The castle has Muslim origin and is the most majestic in the entire province. Its importance lies in its great state of preservation and because the Order of the Templars lived there.
In this castle there are numerous well-known legends such as that of "The table of Solomon." These legends tell that King Solomon wrote all the knowledge he had about the universe and the formula of creation.
Consuegra mills
Another of the objectives to visit when you go to the mountains of Toledo are this set of mills that are located on the Cerro Calderico. They were built between the 13th and XNUMXth centuries and in their time there were a total of XNUMX flour mills.
After some reconstructions and restorations, today there are only 12 mills. The mills have some masonry walls and a conical roof that rotates. Currently, they are very visited for their good state of conservation. As you have seen, the tourist wealth of the Toledo mountains lies in the fact that everything it shows has a high state of conservation. This is ideal if you want to increase the tourist quality. Nobody wants to go to see something completely degraded and that does not contribute anything.
I hope that with this information you can enjoy the mountains of Toledo and plan an unforgettable trip.